Behavioral Anchors (1-5 Scale)

Every competency has 5 levels of behavioral anchors. These are the backbone of the entire scoring system.

Anchor Structure

{
  "1": "Description of what a level 1 response looks like",
  "2": "Description of what a level 2 response looks like",
  "3": "Description of what a level 3 response looks like",
  "4": "Description of what a level 4 response looks like",
  "5": "Description of what a level 5 response looks like"
}

How Anchors Are Used

By the Interviewer (Adaptive Mode Only)

The adaptive interviewer receives full anchors and uses them to:

• Generate questions that probe for level 3-5 evidence
• Decide when to probe deeper vs. move on
• Ensure questions target distinguishable anchor levels

The scripted (spine) interviewer does NOT receive anchors — it follows predefined questions.

By the Scorer (Both Modes)

The scorer always receives full anchors. It:

• Reads the transcript
• Matches candidate responses to anchor level descriptions
• Assigns a 1-5 score per competency with evidence quotes
• Uses anchors as the basis for evidence-based scoring

What Good Anchors Look Like

Level 1 should describe the absence of evidence or fundamentally flawed responses.

Level 3 should be "meets expectations" — solid, specific, but not exceptional.

Level 5 should require truly exceptional evidence — specific metrics, novel approaches, measurable impact.

The gap between levels must be distinguishable. If level 3 and level 4 are too similar, the scorer can't reliably differentiate them.

Current Competencies to Review

The 8 seeded competencies that need your review:

1. Problem Solving — analytical approach, methodology, outcome measurement
2. Ownership — personal accountability, initiative, follow-through
3. Communication Clarity — structured thinking, audience adaptation, conciseness
4. Collaboration — team dynamics, conflict resolution, cross-functional work
5. Learning Agility — adaptability, new skill acquisition, growth mindset
6. Resilience — handling setbacks, stress management, recovery
7. Analytical Thinking — data interpretation, logical reasoning, evidence-based decisions
8. Initiative — proactive action, identifying opportunities, self-direction